VOICES OF MENINGITIS™

A Meningococcal Disease Prevention Campaign from the National Association of School Nurses

In collaboration with sanofi pasteur

Vaccination is the best way to help prevent meningococcal meningitis.

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Who Should Get Vaccinated?

Getting your child vaccinated is the best way to help protect them from meningococcal meningitis.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other leading medical groups recommend meningococcal vaccines for:10

  • Preteens and teens 11 through 18 years of age
  • College freshmen living in dormitories
  • Children 2 through 10 years of age who are at increased risk or if elected by their health-care providers and parents

Meningitis vaccines are available for people who wish to reduce their risk for contracting the disease.11

Create the Right Opportunity — Don’t Wait for It

Now that you know how dangerous meningococcal disease is, take action right away. Ask your child’s school nurse about meningitis prevention or call your health-care provider to schedule a vaccination appointment.

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